Jay Shetty, author and podcast host, shares advice on finding your purpose and building a meaningful life. He discusses the evolution of purpose, bringing passion into work, exploring creativity, and staying focused on your life's purpose despite distractions.
Finding purpose is a continuous process of self-discovery through using one's skills to improve others' lives.
Embrace different aspects of oneself and allow the heart to guide in becoming who one is meant to be.
Deep dives
Finding Purpose and Passion
Discovering one's purpose is seen as an important pursuit, but it can also be challenging. The speaker shares their own journey of finding purpose and highlights that it is not a one-time achievement, but rather a continuous process of self-discovery. They emphasize the importance of using one's skills in the service of others and finding ways to improve other people's lives. The speaker encourages individuals to explore what they love, what they're good at, and how they can use those passions and talents to make a difference for others.
Embracing Multiple Roles and Identities
The speaker emphasizes that individuals don't have to be confined to a single role or identity. They share their own experience of transitioning from being a monk to being a podcaster, author, and coach. They encourage listeners to experiment, embrace different aspects of themselves, and allow their hearts to guide them into becoming who they are meant to be. The speaker discusses the importance of accepting and acknowledging the various layers of one's identity, realizing that it is possible to be diverse and multifaceted in different areas of life.
Finding Purpose in Everyday Life
For those who feel that their life's purpose is unattainable, the speaker suggests a three-step approach. First, they recommend seeking meaning even in current situations and looking for lessons and opportunities for growth. Second, they encourage individuals to identify their skills and strengths or explore areas they are passionate about and willing to develop expertise in. Finally, they suggest reflecting on what causes the greatest pain or passion in life and finding ways to use that to make a positive impact on others. The speaker emphasizes that purpose doesn't have to be tied to a specific outcome or the number of people reached, but rather the intention to make a difference.
Navigating Distractions and Staying True to Purpose
The speaker shares strategies for dealing with distractions and staying focused on one's purpose. They emphasize the importance of regular intention setting and coming back to the root of why one started on their path. The speaker suggests not allowing external distractions or pressures to derail the journey, but rather valuing individual strengths and being conscious of the choices made along the way. They highlight the significance of cultivating presence and being mindful of one's own advice, as well as the importance of connecting with a supportive community to navigate challenges and stay grounded in the pursuit of purpose.
Jay Shetty is the author of Think Like A Monk, podcast host of On Purpose, life coach, and co-founder of Sama Tea. He shares his advice how to find your purpose, build a meaningful life, and confront distractions and pressures in your day-to-day life. Follow Marianna on Instagram: instagram.com/marianna_hewitt Summer Fridays NEW limited-edition fragrance roller ball trio is available now at summerfridays.com and Sephora Keep up with Jay: https://www.instagram.com/jayshetty/ https://www.samatea.com/ This week’s episode is sponsored by: SKILLSHARE: one month free trial premium membership at Skillshare.com/LIFE PAYPAL: get $10 cashback when you spend $20 or more when you use PayPal or Venmo app at CVS for terms and to learn more go to paypayl.com/marianna AMERICAN GIANT: 20% off with code MARIANNA at american-giant.com Produced by Dear Media
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